Values Values Scout Oath and Law Motto and Slogan The Aims of Boy Scouting

Values

• Values

• Scout Oath and Law
• Motto and Slogan

• The Aims of Boy Scouting

• Character development
• Citizenship training
• Physical, mental, and emotional fitness

• Aims are Delivered by these Methods

• Ideals
• The Patrol Method
• Outdoor Programs
• Advancement
• Personal Growth
• Leadership Development
• Uniform

The Beginnings of Scouting Movement

• The Beginnings of Scouting Movement

• The 20th-century scouting movement was started by Robert Baden-Powell during the Boer War as a series of games and exercises to help men learn to live in the open under difficult conditions
• Baden-Powell developed a book called “Aids to Scouting” as a way of training recruits. This book became an instant hit among boys
• He conducted his first Boy Scout camp on Brownsea Island in 1907, and his book “Scouting for Boys” was published in 1908
• In England, Boy Scouts formally started on Jan. 24, 1908

• History of Scouting in the USA

• In the United States the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) had been running camps for boys since 1884.
• In 1902 Ernest Thompson Seton founded the Tribe of Woodcraft Indians as a boy's organization. Three years later Daniel Carter Beard started a similar society called the Sons of Daniel Boone.
• February 8th, 1910 William Boyce, inspired by unknown Scout in London, incorporated BSA working with YMCA and Seton
• In 1910, Seton combined B-P “Scouting for Boys” and Woodcraft Manual to publish first BSA Handbook

The Scout Organization

• The Scout Organization

• National Council of Boy Scouts
• Region
• Local Council
• Bluegrass Council
• District
• Palisades (Boyle, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer and Southern Fayette County)
• Chartered Organization
• Centenary United Methodist
• Troop Committee
• Committee Chair:
• Greg Chase
• Troop
• Scoutmaster:
• Randy Pack

Patrols

• Patrols

• Grouping of six or more boys who work together. Each patrol elects its own boy leader, called a patrol leader.

• Troop Youth Leaders

• The troop is actually run by its boy leaders. With the guidance of the Scoutmaster and his assistants, they plan the program, conduct troop meetings, and provide leadership among their peers.
• Senior patrol leader - top junior leader in the troop. He leads the patrol leaders' council and, in consultation with the Scoutmaster, appoints other junior leaders and assigns specific responsibilities as needed.
• Assistant senior patrol leader - fills in for senior patrol leader in his absence. He is also responsible for training and giving direction to the quartermaster, scribe, troop historian, librarian, and instructors.
• Troop Historian - collects and maintains troop memorabilia and information on former troop members.

Troop Youth Leaders (continued)

• Troop Youth Leaders (continued)

• Troop Historian - collects and maintains troop memorabilia and information on former troop members.
• Librarian - keeps troop books, pamphlets, magazines, audiovisuals, and merit badge counselor list available for use by troop members.
• Instructor - teaches one or more advancement skills to troop members.
• Chaplain Aide - assists in troop religious services and promotes religious emblems program.
• Junior assistant Scoutmaster - Scout at least sixteen (16) years old who supervises and supports other boy leaders as assigned.
• Patrol leader - gives leadership to members of his patrol and represents them on the PLC (patrol leaders’ council).
• Assistant patrol leader - fills in for the patrol leader in his absence.
• Troop guide - advisor and guide to new Scout patrols.
• Den chief - works with a Cub Scout den as a guide.
• Quartermaster - responsible for troop supplies and equipment.
• Scribe - the troop secretary.

Chairman – Greg Chase

• Chairman – Greg Chase

• Scoutmaster– Randy Pack

• Treasurer – Harold Craven

• Activities / Camping – Kent Wharton

• Advancement – LaDonda Circone

• Training – Jerry Hart

• Equipment – Bill Hoyt, Kent Wharton

• Chaplain – Jeff Franzwa

• OA Rep – Ryan Wharton

• Popcorn – Ken Donnelly

• Summer Camp – Mark Vranicar

Process by which Boy Scout Progresses

• Process by which Boy Scout Progresses

• Advancement is a means to an end, not an end in itself

• Designed to help Scout have exciting and meaningful experience
• Education and fun are key to advancement principles
• Growth the Scout achieves overcoming obtainable goals
• Scout through First Class Ranks focus on Scouting’s basic skills

• Rank Advancements

• Scout
• Tenderfoot
• Second Class
• First Class
• Star
• Life
• Eagle

Personal growth is the prime consideration in the program

• Personal growth is the prime consideration in the program

• Learning by doing

• Each youth progresses at his own rate

• A badge is recognition of what a young person is able to do, not just a reward for what he has done

• Advancement encourages Scouting Ideals

The parent’s role is to monitor, motivate, and support the scout

• The parent’s role is to monitor, motivate, and support the scout

• To do this, you need to become familiar with the book.

• Do Not Loose

Over 100 Boy Scout Merit Badges

• Over 100 Boy Scout Merit Badges

• Teach Scouts about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers
• Required for rank advancement beyond First Class Scout
• 21 Merit Badges required for Eagle Scout (12 specific badges required)
• Must meet the requirements as stated – no more, no less…

• Is a Board of Review required?

• Technically, no.
• We do them to check for quality of program and document every badge earned.

All Merit Badges require approval from Scoutmaster or delegate before starting

• All Merit Badges require approval from Scoutmaster or delegate before starting

• Ensures approved Merit Badge counselor is identified

• Qualified Merit Badge Counselors must approve

• How?

• Summer Camp
• Troop Activities / Fairs
• District and Council Merit Badge Fairs
• Individually – arranged with the counselor

Essential to individual Scout development and advancement

• Essential to individual Scout development and advancement

• Getting to know scout
• Setting individual goals
• Mentoring
• Building confidence
• Encouragement
• Problem Solving and discipline

• Scouts responsible for scheduling an advancement Scoutmaster Conference after requirements for rank advancement completed

Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Scouting program within the troop

• Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Scouting program within the troop

• Review is not an examination

• Make sure Scout has completed the requirements
• Determine how good an experience Scout is having within the Troop
• Encourage Scout to advance further

• Scout is responsible for scheduling a BOR after completing the Scoutmaster Conference

Each time a Scout advances in rank, he will be recognized

• Each time a Scout advances in rank, he will be recognized

• Rank advancement is effective after approval by Board of Review
• Formal recognition occurs at the Court of Honor

• Eagle Scout rank is usually recognized by a very special Eagle Court of Honor

Class A Uniform (Full Uniform)

• Class A Uniform (Full Uniform)

• Tan Boy Scout shirt, Scout pants or shorts, Scout belt
• Insignia and Neckerchief
• Scout socks
• Required for travel, Courts of Honor, Troop meetings, meals on some campouts, and other more formal events
• “Dress” uniform includes merit badge and OA sashes

• Class B Uniform (Activity Uniform)

• Troop or other Scout t-shirt or sweatshirt
• Scout pants or shorts
• Worn during camping trips, service projects and other “activity” events
• Troop 73 t-shirts available for purchase from Troop

• Class C – Activity appropriate attire

• Will change into upon arrival at camping/activity location

Uniform (Required)

• Uniform (Required)

• Sleeping Bag

• Rated for Weather

• Sleeping Pad

• Tent

• Tents can be often shared or borrowed
• Need to be able to pitch at night

• Other Equipment

• Mess Kit, 1st Aid Kit, Whistle, Flashlight, Pocket Knife, Compass
• Water Bottle, …

• Optional

• Backpacking, Climbing, etc.

Camps and campouts

• Camps and campouts

• Troop 73 camps an average of once each month during the school year
• Patrols usually plan, purchase, and cook their own meals
• At least one large campout every summer
• One high-adventure camp each summer

• Regular campout procedures

• Planning & scheduling meeting in spring
• PLC plans details month before
• Approx. 2 weeks before campout, turn in permission slip and pay fee
• Transportation arranged & coordinated by Troop Committee

Record Keeping

• Record Keeping

• Troop keeps Merit Badge & Advancement records in advancement database
• Critical that you also keep your own records
• Campouts attended
• Camped days, miles hiked/backpacked/floated
• Service hours and projects
• Leadership positions and time
• The Scout Handbook is the permanent record. Do not loose.

• Meetings

• Every Tuesday, 7:00PM to 8:30PM
• Troop Committee (adults) meets on 1st Monday of each month

Dues

• Dues

• Annual Recharter Fee (BSA)
• $1.00 / week (earned by Scout)

• Major fundraiser – Popcorn Sales

• “Show and Sell”
• “Sell and Deliver”
• Participating Scouts receive credit to their accounts of percentage of funds raised, available to be used for Scouting-related activities
• Prizes
• Every scout must sell a minimum of $200 to help pay troop operating costs. Otherwise there is a $50 coverage fee.

Troop Website

• Troop Website

• www.troop73.com

• Facebook site (BOY-SCOUT-TROOP-73)

• Email

• [e-mail]
• Give us your email and we’ll invite you to join!

• Other websites

• www.scouting.org (Boy Scouts of America)
• www.bgbsa.org (Bluegrass Council)
• www.bgsba.net

Troop Committee

• Troop Committee

• Assistant Scoutmasters

• Merit Badge Counselors

• We’re all too busy … but everyone can do something.